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Posted by jammerlich on January 19, 2009, at 19:21:11
Over the last couple of months, she has gone crazy over food. She's always been a big fan;, but now it's become a real problem. She is constantly on the prowl for something to eat, getting into things she never paid any mind to before....cups sitting on the coffee table, the trash can, etc. In the last 24 hours, I've caught her pulling things out of the huge, 39 gallon trash can at least a dozen times. She kept getting up in the night and getting into it, and when I got home from running errands a bit ago, she'd completely pulled the thing over and trash was EVERYWHERE!!
I've done some reading and it seems to fit with canine senility. Anybody experienced this with their babies? I'm calling the vet tomorrow and really hope there's some medication to help because I think we're both losing it at this point!
Posted by Dinah on January 20, 2009, at 12:17:09
In reply to My dog: dementia, OCD, or something else?, posted by jammerlich on January 19, 2009, at 19:21:11
Have they done bloodwork to rule out organic causes?
I can't say I've ever had that particular problem, other than from boredom or stress on the part of my dogs. But that's usually general not specific to food. I've only ever had two that were obese, and their love of food never dramatically changed.
What does your vet say? I suppose there could be some damage to the hunger control center of the brain. Didn't they do studies in mice?
Posted by Phillipa on January 20, 2009, at 12:18:17
In reply to My dog: dementia, OCD, or something else?, posted by jammerlich on January 19, 2009, at 19:21:11
I don't know as my baby was so tiny and was deaf, blind and they said Alzheimers. prescribed low dose of valium for him. He lost all his teeth and walked in circles and then stopped eating, I force feed him with my finger even though he had a hole in his palate, one day he siezed was okay they the final was a walk and he got caught under a chair and couldn't breath through the whole night. But for 17 years I loved that little white dog with my heart and sole he and his I call sister not related in urns next to my bed. I'm hoping your vet finds out why wants food could be lacking a nutrient and what is the breed and age of dog. I sincerely wish you well and pups also as they are they ones we trust and love. Phillipa
Posted by fayeroe on January 20, 2009, at 13:47:20
In reply to My dog: dementia, OCD, or something else?, posted by jammerlich on January 19, 2009, at 19:21:11
> Over the last couple of months, she has gone crazy over food. She's always been a big fan;, but now it's become a real problem. She is constantly on the prowl for something to eat, getting into things she never paid any mind to before....cups sitting on the coffee table, the trash can, etc. In the last 24 hours, I've caught her pulling things out of the huge, 39 gallon trash can at least a dozen times. She kept getting up in the night and getting into it, and when I got home from running errands a bit ago, she'd completely pulled the thing over and trash was EVERYWHERE!!
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> I've done some reading and it seems to fit with canine senility. Anybody experienced this with their babies? I'm calling the vet tomorrow and really hope there's some medication to help because I think we're both losing it at this point!Jammers, I am sorry that you're going through this situation with your pet. I know how worried we can be when our babies have problems.
Have you seen the veterinarian yet? Let us know. You are in my thoughts. Love, Pat
Posted by TexasChic on January 20, 2009, at 17:47:47
In reply to Re: My dog: dementia, OCD, or something else?, posted by fayeroe on January 20, 2009, at 13:47:20
Let us know what the Vet says!
-T
Posted by zenhussy on January 20, 2009, at 19:10:07
In reply to My dog: dementia, OCD, or something else?, posted by jammerlich on January 19, 2009, at 19:21:11
sometimes the hunger thing w/ age can be related to diabetes. has her thirst changed? urination frequency and amount?
as many in this thread have said it is so hard when our animals are ill and the cause isn't yet known. please update when you know as we're all pulling for easy solutions and healthy girlie for you.
many prayers from hussy and hussy's dog.
much love for your sweet girlie
Posted by fayeroe on January 21, 2009, at 16:06:44
In reply to Re: My dog: dementia, OCD, or something else? » jammerlich, posted by zenhussy on January 20, 2009, at 19:10:07
Jammers, is the babe okay? Let us know. xoxox pat
Posted by jammerlich on January 21, 2009, at 20:29:21
In reply to Re: My dog: dementia, OCD, or something else?, posted by fayeroe on January 21, 2009, at 16:06:44
Well, I haven't talked to the vet. Why is making a simple phone call so difficult sometimes? Ugggh!
Anyway, we're doing better at the moment b/c the old trash bag went out and now the can is relatively empty, so there's nothing she could reach right now! If the vet can't do anything to help, I suppose taking the trash out before it's very full is a simple option for keeping the peace. And I'll just have to start eating my meals at the table or something. At least I can still see the TV from there!
Posted by Kath on January 22, 2009, at 18:56:40
In reply to Update, posted by jammerlich on January 21, 2009, at 20:29:21
What about checking on google for:
sudden ravenous hunger in dogs or something like that. I know you can't necesarily go by stuff you find on the internet, but it might give ideas.
I can relate to even a phonecall being hard to accomplish. I'm doing somewhat better right now, but sometimes pretty-well anything can seem overwhelming.
((((((((((you))))))))))))))))
luv, Kath
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